Q. Whose court was poet Ravikriti associated with?
(a) Kumara Devi
(b) Harshavardhana
(c) Pulakeshin II
(d) Xuan Zang
Ans: (c) Pulakeshin II
Explanation: Ravikirti was indeed the court poet of Pulakeshin II, the most renowned ruler of the Chalukya dynasty, who reigned from 610 to 642 CE. Pulakeshin II is well-known for his military triumphs, including his victory over the powerful emperor Harshavardhana, who ruled over a significant portion of Northern India.
Pulakeshin II’s notable accomplishment in battle was highlighted by his defeat of Harshavardhana. It is worth mentioning that the Aihole inscription, a significant historical document written in classical Sanskrit, is attributed to Ravikirti.
On the other hand, Narasimhavarman I was a ruler of the Pallava dynasty who defeated Pulakeshin II, and Pulakeshin I was indeed the founder of the Chalukya dynasty.
